Academic Adviser - HigherEdJobs

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CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

POSITION LOCATION: Student Development, Kenosha

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under supervision of Dean of Student Development, the Academic Adviser is responsible for providing comprehensive academic advising and retention services to students, assisting them in making decisions affecting their academic progress and success. This position provides direct advising for new and continuing students on academic programs, curriculum requirements, course scheduling, and college policies and procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must meet ALL of the required qualifications. Please provide copies of all supporting documentation with your application (i.e. transcripts, certifications, licenses, etc.).

• Bachelor's degree in education, social science, or social services
• Two (2) years experience academic advising or student advising
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with students diverse in ability, background, and academic interest
• Strong verbal, written, and computer skills

SALARY: Salary is a formulation based on education and experience.
Salary range: $54,055 - $73,826; 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

BENEFITS: Benefits include medical/dental, life, and disability insurance, paid holidays, paid sick leave, and participation in the Wisconsin Teachers Retirement System.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Flexibility is needed, as schedule may vary to accommodate the needs of both day and evening students.
• Employment is conditional on completion of a background and reference check that is acceptable to the College.
• This position has union representation.

STARTING DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: As soon as possible.

DOCUMENTATION: For consideration, applicants are required to submit the following documentation:
1) Completed application
2) Cover letter
3) Resume
4) Legible photocopies of college transcripts for any post secondary education.

Indicating "see resume" in blanks does not constitute a completed application and results in disqualification even when a resume is provided. Applications may be obtained on our website at www.gtc.edu/hr. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview (External only). In the assessment of credentials, a higher rating may be given for education/training, skills and experience beyond the minimum qualifications.

APPLY TO: Gateway Technical College
Human Resources, Administration Building
3520-30TH Avenue
Kenosha, WI 53144-1690
Phone: (262) 564-2868; Fax: 262-564-2838; or email: jobs@gtc.edu

APPLICATION ACCEPTED THROUGH 4:30 P.M. December 14, 2012.
(05021R)

GATEWAY TECHNICAL COLLEGE
JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Academic Adviser Position ID: Various
Classification: GTEA Range/Grade: BA-$54,055- $73,826
Reports To: Dean of Student Development Location: District
Division: Student Success Hours: 40 hr/wk; 52 wk/yr
Department: Student Development Date: Nov 2012
FLSA: Exempt

Job Summary:
The Academic Adviser is responsible for providing comprehensive academic advising and retention services to students, assisting them in making decisions affecting their academic progress and success. This position provides direct advising for new and continuing students on academic programs, curriculum requirements, course scheduling, and college policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:
Advising

• Advise new and continuing students regarding programs of study, program qualifications, course sequence & content, scheduling, prerequisites, recommended credit load, Credit for Prior Learning process, graduation, and transfer options.
• Guide students in making informed decisions regarding educational and career goals.
• Assist all advisees in developing and maintaining a current academic plan that addresses individual needs, a timely graduation plan, success strategies, and experiences/resources that support academic and career goals; monitor plan for students not meeting financial aid good academic standing.
• Assist students in transitioning to the academic environment, monitor college readiness, and review previous coursework and testing results relevant to placement decisions.
• Provide students with information about alternatives, limitations and possible consequences of academic decisions (e.g. adding, dropping and withdrawing from courses; adding or changing programs; transfer options)
• Advise students regarding transferability of courses to and from Gateway Technical College.
• Interpret and apply college academic policies for student degree requirements and academic progress as needed.
• Pursue and demonstrate knowledge regarding assigned cluster programs and related career information.

Retention

• Build rapport through regular direct contact with student advisees - individual and small group, on-campus and online.
• Monitor academic progress, providing proactive and timely outreach and intervention.
• Support advisees in developing and following an appropriate program of study to achieve desired career goals.
• Encourage involvement in student organizations and other student life activities.
• Establish and maintain regular contact with targeted at-risk students.
• Respond to student concerns/problems by referring students to appropriate on- and off-campus resources.
• Participate in college-wide retention activities, strategies, and improvement efforts.
• Act as an advocate for students as appropriate.
• Utilize technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others.

Collaboration

• Collaborate with staff to identify creative solutions to support student success.
• Work closely with program deans, faculty, and Institutional Effectiveness regarding curriculum updates, scheduling, student concerns, and faculty advising.
• Promote teamwork in the delivery of academic advising and career services to ensure consistency, continuity, and availability.
• Coordinate efforts with enrollment services staff to ensure smooth transitions, efficient processes, and effective customer service; work with Student Financial Aid department in educating students on the Good Academic Standing policy.
• Assist New Student Specialists and College Connection Coaches with planning and facilitating orientations, programs and activities for potential and new students.
• Consult with Institutional Effectiveness, deans, and/or contacts at various transfer institutions regarding course and program transferability, admission and graduation requirements.
• Participate in college committees and ad hoc group projects.

Education/Experience:
1. Bachelor's degree in education, social science or social services
2. Two (2) years academic advising or student advising
3. Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with students diverse in ability, background, and academic interest
4. Strong verbal, written, and computer skills

Certificate/License:
1. Employment eligibility for the United States

Working Conditions:
1. Flexible work schedule
2. Tobacco-free environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex or national origin. Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmation Action Plan.

Source: http://www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?JobCode=175697971

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